Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. New Jersey Democrat Phil Murphy wins governor’s seat in tight and closely watched race. House Democrats pledge a vote on Build Back Better and bipartisan infrastructure bills by Friday. More than 40 countries pledge to phase out … Continued
We look back at the year 2020 with activist and journalists Eric K. Arnold, Tonya Love and Tim Redmond. The panel explores the top highlights and underreported news stories from a local lens. Guests: Eric K. Arnold, Tonya Love and Tim Redmond of 48 Hills
We talk to the organizers and moms involved with the housing takeover in West Oakland.
Jacob Lesner-Buxton joins our crew for 30 minutes of analysis and reflection on the events of 2017 for people with disabilities. Some topics: 1. U.S. involved wars cause death and disability in Afghanistan, Mexico, Syria, Iraq, Yemen and elsewhere 2. Electronic Visit Verification to be required in California IHSS homes 3. Trump – Defeat of … Continued
San Jose Rent Control On Tuesday, San Jose’s city council approved a plan to strengthen protections for renters. The details will be worked out between now and December, but will likely include a lower cap on rent increases, and ‘just cause’ requirements for evictions. How do these changes fit into the broader landscape of San … Continued
On Sunday, supporters of New York Police Officer Peter Liang are holding rallies across the country to demand that the Brooklyn District Attorney drop Liang’s indictment. Liang is the NYPD officer who shot and killed 28-year old father of two, Akai Gurley in a dark stairwell last November. Over 100,000 people have signed on to … Continued
